EQUINE FIRST AID: Alistair Love says...
When it all kicks off
Q How do you treat a fairly straightforward wound caused by a kick in the field when the horse isn’t really lame and it’s not near a joint — a flesh wound from a shoe, for example?
First, double check that the wound really is straightforward, as even very small wounds in the wrong place can be life threatening. If in doubt, check with your vet. If you’re sure that the wound is superficial and not in an area of concern, then the key is to keep it simple. I’ve seen
